Papers by Matthew Heberger
Island Press/Center for Resource Economics eBooks, 2012
As this edition of The World’s Water goes to press in early 2011, eastern Australia is recovering... more As this edition of The World’s Water goes to press in early 2011, eastern Australia is recovering from devastating floods that claimed more than 20 lives and destroyed hundreds of homes. The heavy rains of 2009 and 2010 that caused so much destruction also marked the end of Australia’s decade-long Millennium Drought. Beginning in about 1997, declines in rainfall and runoff had contributed to widespread crop failures, livestock losses, dust storms, and bushfires. Such are the vagaries of water on the continent with the world’s most uncertain and variable climate.
AGUFM, Dec 1, 2010
California's growing population is increasingly urban, with 98% of its 38 million people cur... more California's growing population is increasingly urban, with 98% of its 38 million people currently living in cities and suburbs. The state has added an estimated 4.5 million people since 2000, with Los Angeles, San Diego, and Sacramento among the 12 fastest-growing cities in the United States. While agriculture continues to use the majority of the state's water supply, urban water demand is growing rapidly and straining available supplies. Warming due to climate change is causing increases in water demand for landscape irrigation and commercial and industrial cooling. We have developed an easy-to-use planning tool to create spatial and temporal forecasts of future urban water demand out to the year 2100. It allows the user to estimate future water demand under a number of scenarios of climate change and demographic change. We use downscaled climate model output to estimate landscape and cooling water demand for each decade from 1950 to 2100 (Maurer and Hidalgo 2007). Planners can use the model to estimate the water-use impacts of urban growth and future land use, as well as water conservation programs and regulations. One may also examine economic effects such as changes in water prices or rate structures. The model includes the effects of building codes, plumbing and appliance standards in bringing about "passive savings" over time. Our modeling work to date suggests that current conservation strategies and efficiency gains already underway in California will increase urban water-use efficiency over the next two decades. While per-capita water use decreases, overall demand is likely to increase due to population growth. Under current policies and trends, statewide urban water demand may increase from 9 million acre-feet in 2005 (11 billion m3) to 12 maf (15 billion m3) in 2050. Implementing aggressive conservation strategies allows for continued population growth without increasing water use. This type of scenario-based planning aids water planners and managers in forecasting future demands, analyzing the impacts of policies, and ensuring the sustainability of future water supplies.
Island Press/Center for Resource Economics eBooks, 2012
1870s China Development dispute No Local construction and government removal (twice) of an unauth... more 1870s China Development dispute No Local construction and government removal (twice) of an unauthorized dam in Hubei, China. Rowe 1988 1870s to United States Development Yes Recurrent friction and eventual violent conflict over water Rasch 1968 Data from the Pacific Institute for Studies in Development, Environment, and Security database on Water and Conflict (Water Brief) 11/10/08 Date Parties Involved Basis of Conflict Violent Conflict or In the Context of Violence? Description Sources 1881 dispute rights in the vicinity of Tularosa, New Mexico involving villagers, ranchers, and farmers. 1887 United States Development dispute, Terrorism Yes Dynamiting of a canal reservoir in Paulding County, Ohio by a mob regarding it as a health hazard. State Militia called out to restore order. Walters 1948 1890 Canada Development dispute, terrorism Yes Partly successful attempt to destroy a lock on the Welland Canal in Ontario, Canada either by Fenians protesting English Policy in Ireland or by agents of Buffalo, NY grain handlers unhappy at the diversion of trade through the canal. Styran and Taylor 2001 1908-09 United States Development dispute Yes Violence, including a murder, directed against agents of a land company that claimed title to Reelfoot Lake in northwestern Tennessee who attempted to levy charges for fish taken and threatened to drain the lake for agriculture. Vanderwood 1969 1863 United States Civil War Military tool Yes General U.S. Grant, during the Civil War campaign against Vicksburg, cut levees in the battle against the Confederates.
, 62, walk toward the Superdome in the days after Hurricane Katrina Factors Influencing Vulnerabi... more , 62, walk toward the Superdome in the days after Hurricane Katrina Factors Influencing Vulnerability and Resilience Vulnerability Factors-individual or community characteristics that reduce the ability to adapt to or cope with climate change impacts once exposed (e.g. for flooding, having a disability) Resilience Factors-individual or community characteristics that increase the ability to adapt to or cope with climate change impacts once exposed (e.g. for flooding, having emergency food/water supplies) Population Vulnerable to Flooding in California (with 1.4 m sea level rise)
About CCST CCST is a non-profit organization established in 1988 at the request of the California... more About CCST CCST is a non-profit organization established in 1988 at the request of the California State Government and sponsored by the major public and private postsecondary institutions of California and affiliate federal laboratories in conjunction with leading private-sector firms. CCST's mission is to improve science and technology policy and application in California by proposing programs, conducting analyses, and recommending public policies and initiatives that will maintain California's technological leadership and a vigorous economy. Note Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the organizations or agencies that provided support for the project.
CCST is a non-profit organization established in 1988 at the request of the California State Gove... more CCST is a non-profit organization established in 1988 at the request of the California State Government and sponsored by the major public and private postsecondary institutions of California and affiliate federal laboratories in conjunction with leading private-sector firms. CCST's mission is to improve science and technology policy and application in California by proposing programs, conducting analyses, and recommending public policies and initiatives that will maintain California's technological leadership and a vigorous economy. Note Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the organizations or agencies that provided support for the project.
AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts, Dec 1, 2011
The water of the Verde Valley, both in the ground and flowing at the surface, is a natural resour... more The water of the Verde Valley, both in the ground and flowing at the surface, is a natural resource that is critical to the regional economy, environmental sustainability, and quality of life -- but the Verde River faces unprecedented threats from over-allocation, development, and lack of cohesive water management. This report presents the results of three related initiatives designed to examine possible futures for the Verde and provides information for stakeholders and decision makers regarding the Verde Valley's water resources, its economic value, and possible tools for sustainable water management.Our analysis included modeling the effects of growth on river flows and on the regional economy. Population growth and development in the basin, if not mitigated, are likely to cause further decrease in the summer base flow in the Verde River. Decreases in the Verde River's flow have already been observed, and further reductions could have harmful side effects on the region...
There is growing recognition that some degree of climate change is now unavoidable and all region... more There is growing recognition that some degree of climate change is now unavoidable and all regions, sectors, and people are vulnerable to climate change impacts to varying degrees. In response, a variety of stakeholders, from local governments to social justice groups and corporations, are beginning to think about adaptation strategies to help reduce their risk. Adaptation planning it still in its infancy and local governments are struggling with how to navigate the planning process. A handful of communities in the United States have embarked on planning efforts and have engaged the local community in some manner. Here, we provide a detailed analysis of climate impacts, vulnerabilities, and adaptation options in a major economic center: Oakland, California. The goal of this study is to inform the development of a comprehensive and equitable climate adaptation plan effort. This research project engages active members of the Oakland Climate Action Coalition, including community-based organizations and resident leaders, in analyzing both the impacts of, and social vulnerabilities to, climate change. Further, it enumerates adaptation strategies that can be implemented at the local level, discusses their advantages and disadvantages, and identifies social equity concerns. Finally, it identifies trends and best practices in climate adaptation planning processes, focusing specifically on their efficacy in engaging the broader community and in addressing the needs of all residents, especially the most vulnerable. This paper is meant to serve as a tool for both city planners and community members everywhere, as they work in tandem to develop more equitable and resilient cities for the climate of the future
agencies”). It does not necessarily represent the views of the funding agencies, their respective... more agencies”). It does not necessarily represent the views of the funding agencies, their respective officers, agents and employees, or the State of California. The funding agencies, the State of California, and their respective officers, employees, agents, contractors, and subcontractors make no warrant, express or implied, and assume no responsibility or liability for the results of any actions taken or other information developed based on this paper; nor does any party represent that the uses of this information will not infringe upon privately owned rights. This paper is being made available for informational purposes only and has not been approved or disapproved by the funding agencies, nor have the funding agencies passed upon the accuracy, currency, completeness, or adequacy of the information in this paper. Users of this paper agree by their use to hold blameless each of the funding agencies for any liability associated with its use in any form. This work shall not be used to a...
*Update: Copies of the report downloaded before September 28, 2012 incorrectly stated the time pe... more *Update: Copies of the report downloaded before September 28, 2012 incorrectly stated the time period for our analysis of historical high-heat days as May 1 – September 30. The correct
Author(s): Long, Jane; Feinstein, Laura; Bachmann, Corinne; Birkholzer, Jens; Camarillo, Mary; Do... more Author(s): Long, Jane; Feinstein, Laura; Bachmann, Corinne; Birkholzer, Jens; Camarillo, Mary; Domen, Jeremy; Foxall, William; Houseworth, James; Jin, Ling; Jordan, Preston; Lindsey, Nathaniel; Maddalena, Randy; McKone, Thomas; Millstein, Dev; Reagan, Matthew; Sandelin, Whitney; Stringfellow, William; Varadharajan, Charuleka; Cooley, Heather; Donelly, Kristina; Heberger, Matthew; Hays, Jake; Shonkoff, Seth; Brandt, Adam; Englander, Jacob; Hamdoun, Amro; Nicklisch, Sascha; Harrison, Robert; Wettstein, Zachary; Banbury, Jenner; Cypher, Brian; Phillips, Scott | Abstract: In 2013, the California Legislature passed Senate Bill 4 (SB 4), setting the framework for regulation of well stimulation technologies in California, including hydraulic fracturing. SB 4 also requires the California Natural Resources Agency to conduct an independent scientific study of well stimulation technologies in California. SB 4 stipulates that the independent study assess current and potential future well stimul...
Environmental pollution (Barking, Essex : 1987), 2017
Chemical additives used for hydraulic fracturing and matrix acidizing of oil reservoirs were revi... more Chemical additives used for hydraulic fracturing and matrix acidizing of oil reservoirs were reviewed and priority chemicals of concern needing further environmental risk assessment, treatment demonstration, or evaluation of occupational hazards were identified. We evaluated chemical additives used for well stimulation in California, the third largest oil producing state in the USA, by the mass and frequency of use, as well as toxicity. The most frequently used chemical additives in oil development were gelling agents, cross-linkers, breakers, clay control agents, iron and scale control agents, corrosion inhibitors, biocides, and various impurities and product stabilizers used as part of commercial mixtures. Hydrochloric and hydrofluoric acids, used for matrix acidizing and other purposes, were reported infrequently. A large number and mass of solvents and surface active agents were used, including quaternary ammonia compounds (QACs) and nonionic surfactants. Acute toxicity was eval...
Climate change will have a wide range of impacts on California, but among the most severe will be... more Climate change will have a wide range of impacts on California, but among the most severe will be the implications of sea level rise for coastal ecosystems, developments, and human populations. As part of a comprehensive set of studies done for the State of California, we present here the results of a detailed analysis of the risks of climate-induced sea-level
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